THIRTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Pss II Seasonal prop

Prop Gl Cr Sun Pf I-VIII

149:Jer 31:7-9 Ps126:1-6

Heb 5:1-6  Mk 10:46-52

An “oracle of consolation” regarding the restoration of Israel (1,Ps) finds fulfillment in the person of Jesus, our merciful high priest (2). His healing of the blind man (3) witnesses to the inauguration of the kingdom.

2006 Bishop’s Annual Appeal

“I Give You Thanks, O Lord” Isaiah 12:1

Your gift to the 2006 Bishop’s Annual Appeal supports diocesan sponsored programs that promote Catholic values that enhance human life and spiritual growth, providing families with opportunities for enrichment, education and healing.

If you have already made your gift or pledge to this year’s Appeal, Thank You! If you haven’t done so yet, your help is still very much needed. Your gift to the Bishop/s Appeal is crucial to our Church’s ability to serve more of God’s People in need.

“The greatest among you will be the one who serves the rest.” Matthew 23: 11

Sunday Collections

October 22     $4503.00

World Mission      $1270.00

October 29, 2006

Counters Team #3 Aurerbach/Boyle

Bingo Team #3

Mount Saint Mary Academy

1651 U.S. Highway 22

Watchung, NJ 07069-6587

(908) 753-2091 msmhope@att.net

The Entrance Test

Nov.4^th, 8:30am. The entrance test for 8^th grade students. For more info contact Donna Venezia Toryak @ (908) 757-0108 x4506

email dtoryak@mountsaintmary.org.

Grief Recovery

Learning a process to deal with grief

Oct 29, 1-5 p.m Gentle experiential process for resolving the grief caused by loss.. ($45)

Weekend Retreat

Nov 10-12, Begins 7 p.m. on opening day; concludes at 2 p.m.($100/weekend). An experience of personal prayer based on Scripture. Daily spiritual direction. Adaptable to the needs and desires of each individual. Atmosphere of prayerful quiet. Registration required

Sister of Mercy Christmas Bazaar

Nov. 18^th, 9am to 4pm. Handmade crafts, gifts, homemade goodies, theme baskets, 50/50 raffles. Santa, face paint and sand art for the children

Diocese of Metuchen 2006 Red Mass

Sunday, Nov. 5, 10:30am at Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Ave., Somerville. The Mass honors individuals in the judicial system and legal profession. Following Mass, there will be a brunch at the Bridgewater Manor. $50 per adult and $15 per child under 16. For more info: (732) 562-2461 or visit www.diometuchen.org

DIOCESAN NEWS

www.diometuchen.org

Diocese of Metuchen Youth & Young Adult Ministry

Nov7, 7:30pm An evening with Matthew Kelly bestselling author of Perfectly Yourself: 9 Lessons for Enduring Happiness. $10.00 includes light refreshments. St John Neumann Diocesan Center, Piscataway, NJ Registration required, for more info (732) 562-1990 x1624 the Diocese’s website.

Nov 7, 7-9pm Theology on Tap for 20’s & 30’s. “Naked Relationships”: Emotional Honesty & the Art of Loving Yourself & Others. $10 includes buffet & cash bar. Fox & Hound Pub & Grille: Menlo Park Mall on Rt. 1 South in Edison, NJ

Nov 14, 7-9pm Theology on Tap for 20’s & 30’s. “Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?”: A look at our individual & communal need for a loving savior. $10 includes buffet & cash bar. Fox & Hound Pub & Grille: Menlo Park Mall on Rt. 1 South in Edison, NJ

Nov 30-Dec 1 NCCYM National Conference for Workers in Youth Ministry Las Vegas. For more info go to www.yandyam.com

Diocesan Adult Faith Formation Workshops

Where: St John Neumann Pastoral Center Piscataway

When: 6:45-9PM

Registration: Call 732-562-1990 ext 1309,1310

11/28- Fr. Randy Vashorr, Vocations of Life

1/9/2007- Fr. Tom Serafin, Is our parish Catholic?

2/27/2007- Mary Morrell, Bearing Good Fruit

3/20/2007- Dr. Meredith Gould, Jewish Roots

4/17/2007- Prof. Dot Noble, Inter-religious dialogue

5/22/2007- Anita Foley, Echoes of faith as AFF tool

South Bound Brook World Community Day

Friday, Nov. 3^rd, 10am. Church Women United will celebrate a World Community Day at the First Baptist Church located on Franklin St., So. Bound Brook. The topic of our service will be “Standing Up for Human Rights”. Light refreshments will be served after the program. All women of the community are cordially invited to join us. For more info, please call Catherine (732) 356-4080.

Our Lady of Mercy

GERTRUDE HAWK CHRISTMAS CANDY

Brochures are available at all exits.  Follow the simple

instructions on the cover of the candy booklet and place

your order for delicious candy and help us reach our

goal of $1,000 as a total order. This fundraiser is a great

opportunity for OLM and a smart way to begin or finish

your Christmas shopping.

REMEMBER no order is too small!!  Orders are due

no later than November 19 at 1 pm.  Any questions,

call Diane Mosko at (908) 369-3398.

South Bound Brook Country Ham Dinner

November 11th, 5-8pm at the Reformed Church Fellowship Hall, 113 Clinton St., South Bound Brook, NJ. Adult-$9.50. Senior-$8.50. Child (5-12)-$7.50. Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Coleslaw, Applesauce, Green Beans, Baked Beans, Desserts & Beverage. For more info: Marion (732) 356-6279

Holy Cross Church, NY Pilgrimages

Holy Cross Church/Discovering XXI Century is organizing a pilgrimage to Fatima-Rome & Assisi November 17-25 and to the Holy Land December 18-27, 2006. For further info: (212) 244-4778 or www.Descubriendoelsiglo21.com

Tilma of Our Lady of Guadalupe at St. Ann Church

Friday, Nov. 17^th, 7:00pm.  St. Ann of Hampton, NJ will be honored to receive the Tilma of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The tilma is a replica of the original worn by St. Juan Diego of Mexico. This image of Our Lady has traveled throughout the country as will as across the globe.

7:00pm saying of the Rosary, followed by Mass at 7:30.  The evening will be dedicated to all priests serving the diocese along with paryers for an increase of vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

Twenty Fouth Annual Girl Scout Gathering

Theme:  “Blessed are They

Our Lady of Mount Virgin Church Hall 650 Harris Ave., Middlesex, NJ. Cost: & $10.00 per girl, includes program & patch.  Programs for Juniors, Cadettes, & Senior Girl Scouts. Books available @ $6.00 per book. Medals will be awarded by the Bishop at The Cathedral of St. Francis, Metuchen in the Spring. Deadline for registration is December 10^th. Call to register 732-562-1990 x1630. Contact: vcieslarczyk@diometuchen.org   

Riddle Me This

1-You are participating in a race. You overtake the second person. What position are you in?

2-If you overtake the last person, then you are...?

3- Very tricky arithmetic!  Note: This must be done in your head only. Do NOT use paper and pencil or a calculator. Take 1000 and add 40 to it. Now add another 1000. Now add 30. Add another 1000. Now add 20. Now add another 1000. Now add 10. What is the total?